To defy, break or ignore the terms of a law, rule agreement, etc.
“In Venice, the religious have no political power and can be judged by a civil court if they infringe the laws of the Republic.”
To undermine or compromise the integrity of something
“While that is bad, is that number high enough to infringe on the liberties of every single driver in the state?”
To forcefully or illegally enter or encroach on the domain of others
“The railroad structure itself did not infringe on the property of the abutting owners.”
To intrude, meddle, or trespass in others' affairs
To confront through the use of military force
To treat roughly or without care, respect, moderation, or control
To take (the work or an idea of someone else) and pass it off as one's own
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